A Stunning Memento Mori Skull, Enamel & Diamond Ring Dated 1767

  
We have for sale a Stunning Memento Mori Skull, Enamel & Diamond Ring Dated 1767. The ring consists of a skull that has been enamelled in white enamel and set with rose cut diamond eyes. Set either side of the skull are two old cut diamonds. There is a black enamelled band on the ring that has the following inscription which reads. THO:IEMPRIER OB NOV : 1767. There is a slight bit of damage to the back enamel on the ring and it does look like the ring have been sized in the past. The ring tests as 18ct yellow gold and is currently sized a British S / USA 9 but could be resized up or down by us free of charge.

The ring is in good condition considering its age and is quite a rare find and is a lovely example of a georgian Memento Mori Ring. If you have any questions about this item or any other item that we have listed please feel free to get in contact and we will be happy to answer any questions that you may have. The item "A Stunning Memento Mori Skull, Enamel & Diamond Ring Dated 1767" is in sale since Sunday, May 7, 2017. This item is in the category "Jewellery & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewellery\Vintage Fine Jewellery\Pre-1837".

The seller is "gems-by-jewels1" and is located in BRIGHTON, West Sussex. This item can be shipped worldwide.